DR. STEPHEN R WALKER M.D.
NPI 1457311912
Specialist in Media, PA


Quality Rating: 100 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since March 27, 2006

Contact Information

200 STATE STREET
SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA
ZIP 19063
Phone: (610) 521-4112
Fax: (610) 521-6864

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Specialist
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About STEPHEN WALKER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Stephen Walker, a provider established in Media, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Specialist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1457311912 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 174400000X. The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.

NPI
1457311912
Provider Name
DR. STEPHEN R WALKER M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
200 STATE STREET SUITE 205 MEDIA, PA 19063
Location Phone
(610) 521-4112
Location Fax
(610) 521-6864
Mailing Address
PO BOX 95000-3505 PHILA, PA 19195
Mailing Phone
(610) 382-5900
Mailing Fax
(610) 521-6864
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
03-27-2006
Last Update Date
01-20-2016
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Specialist

Taxonomy Code
174400000X
Type
Other Service Providers
Taxonomy Description
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
E21951MEDICARE UPIN (02) 
465034MEDICARE PIN (08) 
E21951MEDICARE UPIN (02)PA 
465034XDKMEDICARE PIN (08)PA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Stephen Walker is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each (HCPCS:A4332)

    2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 2700 Services Paid

Orthotic Devices

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF008N)

    Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each (HCPCS:A4351)

    3 DME suppliers used 29 Medicare Claims 4200 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves the injection of hormone-based anti-cancer drugs under the skin or into a muscle. These medications help to slow down or stop the growth of certain types of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and can be performed in a clinic or hospital.

This service was performed 23 times for 12 patients

Automated urinalysis test

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

This service was performed 463 times for 350 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

This service was performed 242 times for 40 patients

Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light, called an endoscope, to examine the bladder and urethra. It helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues that may be causing discomfort or other symptoms.

This service was performed 30 times for 29 patients

Electronic assessment of bladder emptying

Electronic assessment of bladder emptying is a non-invasive test that measures how well your bladder functions. It uses ultrasound technology to create images of your bladder before and after you use the restroom, helping to identify any issues with bladder emptying.

This service was performed 111 times for 99 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 193 times for 163 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 347 times for 269 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg

This procedure involves administering an injection of Gentamicin, also known as Garamycin, up to a dose of 80 mg. Gentamicin is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

This service was performed 226 times for 201 patients

Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg

Leuprolide acetate is a medication that helps regulate certain hormone levels in your body. It's injected into your muscle once a month. This treatment can help manage various health conditions related to hormone imbalance. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

This service was performed 63 times for 12 patients

Limited ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity

A limited ultrasound scan behind the abdominal cavity is a non-invasive imaging method that helps visualize structures in the back of your abdomen. This procedure uses sound waves to create pictures of these areas, assisting in diagnosing certain conditions.

This service was performed 48 times for 46 patients

Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding

Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.

This service was performed 484 times for 376 patients

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 100, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

  • Final Score: 100 out of 100

    The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.

  • Quality Score: N/A

    The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.

    There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.

  • Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

    The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.

    The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

  • Improvement Activities Score: 40

    The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.

    The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: N/A

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: N/A

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Annual registration in the Prescription Drug Monitoring ProgramYesN/A
Annual registration by eligible clinician or group in the prescription drug monitoring program of the state where they practice. Activities that simply involve registration are not sufficient. MIPS eligible clinicians and groups must participate for a minimum of 6 months.
Colorectal Cancer Screening 38% 787
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy 96% 166
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record 100% 2735
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration
e-Prescribing 90% 1370
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral LoopYesN/A
Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology.
Medication Reconciliation 100% 320
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
Patient-Specific Education 34% 1474
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan 47% 1403
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2
Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical RecordYesN/A
• Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management.
Provide Patient Access 100% 1474
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information.
Secure Messaging 4% 1474
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period.
Security Risk AnalysisYesN/A
Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process.
Specialized Registry ReportingYesN/A
The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement to submit data to specialized registry. To earn a 5 % bonus in the promoting interoperability performance category score for submitting to one or more public health or clinical data registries also attest to PI_TRANS_PHCDRR_3_MULTI.
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly 0% "Inverse Quality Measure"
This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better.
835
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation


The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation.
1457311912
Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit.
2410761292
Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24.
2 + 4 + 1 + 0 + 7 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 9 + 2 + 24 = 58
Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit.
60 - 58 = 22

The NPI number 1457311912 is valid because the calculated check digit 2 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 5 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.

NPI Name / Type Taxonomy Address
1881987949 DANA M CAVALCANTO PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Individual
Physician Assistant200 STATE STREET SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA 19063
(610) 521-4112
1578523023DR. FRANK L D'ELIA M.D.
Individual
Specialist200 STATE STREET SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA 19063
(610) 521-4112
1366609448DR. GEORGE DAKWAR M.D.
Individual
Urology200 STATE STREET SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA 19063
(610) 521-4112
1972563427DR. ROBERT J GARY M.D.
Individual
Urology200 STATE STREET SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA 19063
(610) 521-4112
1841226909 CARLO G NICOLIS M.D.
Individual
Specialist200 STATE STREET SUITE 205
MEDIA, PA 19063
(610) 521-4112

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1457311912, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on March 27, 2006

The provider is located at 200 State Street Suite 205 Media, Pa 19063 and the phone number is (610) 521-4112

The provider's speciality is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.

Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

The provider has an overall high rating in the following quality measures: uses technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information.

The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle, Automated urinalysis test, Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month, Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope, Electronic assessment of bladder emptying, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes, Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes, Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle, Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg, Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg, Limited ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity and Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding.

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